Question

Krystal's obstetrician has told her that the baby she is about to deliver has his buttocks down in the uterus. krystal's baby is in the _____ position.

Answer 1

This is the breech position. This occurs when the fetus does not turn properly in the uterus, due to internal or external factors, and presents with the rear of the body facing the vaginal wall. Most breech births in developed countries are then delivered through cesarean section.